On October 25, 2014 Glastonbury Partners in Planting will be sponsoring a "Battling Bittersweet" Work Day at Riverfront Park, 200 Welles St., Glastonbury, CT. The event is entirely dependent on volunteers so your help is needed and most welcome! This web site will provide you with the information needed understand the work to be done and how to volunteer. Together we can make it a great day!

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FAQ's

Q: "What will the work site be used for in the future?"

A: The Town's plan is to keep this area in a natural state and for it to serve as an example of how to restore a natural landscape that has been severely damaged by invasive vines. GPIP will continue to volunteer assistance in a stewardship role. The site will also provide habitat for birds, with the preservation of existing plants such as elderberry, and the addition of bayberry and other beneficial native plants.

Q: "I did not register by the deadline but I want to participate on Work Day. What should I do?"
A: Follow the registration process even though the deadline has passed, and we will add you to a team. We'll check for late registrations right up to the evening before the work day.

Q: I woke up on Work Day and due to a change in plans I am now able to come to the Work Day. What should I do?"
A: Walk-ins welcome. Come on down, we'll get you on a team.

Q: "Will this be the only Work Day?"
A: This will be the only Work Day in 2014 but we plan on making a long term commitment to restoring this small wooded area. Also see below for information on "Save A Tree" Days.

Q: What are "Save A Tree" (SAT) Days?"
A: SAT Days are typically held during the chillier months on short notice. They provide an opportunity for the hardier bittersweet battlers to get together and do some good at a site. This group is known as the "Gold Level Team" because they are particularly dedicated to saving important trees in town, have proben skills, and are nutty enough to care. It's a fun group. For more information please go to www.saveatreeday.blogspot.com